All of the following are true regarding the relationship between malnutrition and infection EXCEPT:
1.malnutrition weakens the immune system.
2.bouts of diarrhea often accompany malnutrition.
3.poor sanitary conditions contribute to both malnutrition and infection.
4.low rates of breast-feeding decrease the spread of infection.
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Which of the following is FALSE concerning calcium?
A) When blood calcium falls, osteoclasts will liberate calcium from the skeleton. B) Ninety-nine percent of calcium is found in the blood and soft tissue. C) Calcium's alkalinity assists in regulating acid-base balance. D) Calcium is a major mineral.
The process of producing glucose from noncarbohydrate sources is called
A. glycolysis. B. gluconeogenesis. C. glycogenolysis. D. lipolysis.
All of the following are recommendations for a diet during middle and old age EXCEPT:
1. “Drastically restrict calories.” 2. “Select nutrient-dense foods.” 3. “Emphasize low-fat dairy products.” 4. “Eat adequate fiber.”
Suggest appropriate amounts of protein, sodium, potassium, and fluids for a patient on hemodialysis